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Philippines

Compassion partnership began 1972

EST. 1972

Kumusta! When you arrive in the Philippines, you’ll be stepping into a country with over 7,100 islands, though its people live on just 11 of them. From the jam-packed streets of Manila to the quiet mountains of Mindanao, you’ll find all kinds of neighbourhoods, or barangays. You’ll meet hospitable people known for their love of family, food and good music.

Population

115 M

Capital city

Manila

Local time

Current Weather

, 0°C

Distance to Australia

6,297 km
The Philippines can be a dangerous place for a child to grow up. The nation faces frequent natural disasters, including an average of 20 typhoons per year, and not all homes can withstand these crises. The rapid rise in digital connectivity and mobile use has exposed children to unthinkable abuse, with online sexual exploitation a dark reality.

Poverty in the Philippines

3%
of people live in extreme poverty
4 in 5
children are vulnerable to online sexual abuse or bullying
5.6 million
families with children are living in homes vulnerable to disasters or emergencies

Yet God's Church is on the move in the Philippines. Our local church partners are responding to keep children safe before and after disaster. They know each child personally. This means they can protect children from abuse. In 2023, Compassion launched a local fundraising movement, empowering Filipinos to drive change from within.

Compassion in the Philippines

480
local church partners
103,885

children supported

1,245

babies and their mums supported

Impact in action

Jonah and Judith

Change is happening across the Philippines. By launching partnerships with local churches in remote areas, we are reaching children in greatest need. For families like Jonah’s, this means a future where she can go to school and eat nourishing meals. Over the next five years, new church partnerships will transform lives in 124 more neighbourhoods!

“We are grateful Compassion made its way to our seaside community. We have just begun our partnership, and the mothers are excited to receive vitamins, medicines, food and education assistance for their children. They are also looking forward for their children to have sponsors.”
Renessa, Centre Director in Jonah’s neighbourhood

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26 Jan 2026
How God Lifted Anjoe From Poverty
Growing up in a squatter's community in Manila, Anjoe found hope through God’s presence and the Compassion program. From music to ministry to serving his community, his life has become a testimony of God’s faithfulness and grace.

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13 Jan 2026
Our CEO Shares What Changed Because You Moved In 2025
I remember the smell. It clung to my clothes, my hair—it seeped inside of me. I felt small, angry. I thought, ‘How do you solve something this big?’ Then I heard it—one of my favourite sounds in the world. 

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1 Dec 2025
Why a Child’s First 1,000 Days Matter
The first 1,000 days of life are a time of incredible vulnerability and immense potential. With the right support, a mother and her baby can survive, thrive and reach their God-given potential.

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20 Mar 2025
How Global Citizenship Is Forming Young Hearts for Justice
Holistic child development has always been at the core of Compassion's work with vulnerable children globally. Now, Australian schools are taking a similar approach, recognising the importance of nurturing the "whole child" in their own classrooms.

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15 Jan 2025
The Fight Against Modern Day Slavery in the Philippines
The Philippines has tragically become a global hotspot for online child sexual exploitation. Learn how Compassion’s local church partners play a vital role in fighting this horrific form of modern-day slavery and protecting vulnerable children.

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15 Oct 2024
Five Reasons to Feel Hopeful on Poverty Eradication Day
Feeling overwhelmed by the fight against global poverty? You’re not alone. As we approach the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, let’s explore the progress we’ve made and the reasons for hope.

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10 May 2024
We Must Look After Our Own Backyard—But Can We Extend It?
We’re often told that we need to “look after our own backyard first”. But as our access to knowledge of what is going on around the world increases rapidly, is that possible? Or is it time to extend the boundaries of our yard and embrace our global neighbours?

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23 Apr 2024
Joy’s Story: Behind the Scenes
I stood on the street corner, feet in lush green grass, under the shade of a tree. There was no one around and, other than a few birds chirping in the distance, it was quiet. I felt uncomfortable. Wary. It was home, and yet it didn’t feel right.

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16 Apr 2024
Never Forsaken: Vicky’s Story
From a young age Vicky was abused by her father and her eldest sibling. Her mother later abandoned her, leaving her in the care of her grandmother. Even when those who should have loved her the most abandoned her, God did not.

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11 Apr 2024
Blessed in Christ by Grace: David’s Story
“One day, I was reading the Bible, the book of Ephesians, and there is a verse there that says, ‘Some are called to become pastors and teachers’ [Eph. 4:11]. And the Lord spoke to me: ‘You will become like that someday.’”

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28 Mar 2024
The Miracle Child: Joy’s Story
“Vicky called me because Joy was burning with fever,” says Josefina. “I went there right away. She had a 40-degree fever when they checked. The church staff tried to bring her temperature down. I told my husband to come home from work. Then we started looking for a hospital.”

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4 Mar 2024
Compassion Changed My Mind About Sponsorship: This Is How
Before I started my job at Compassion Australia, I wasn’t completely sure about a sponsorship model of support. So what changed my mind?

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